Health policy courses can help you learn about healthcare systems, policy analysis, health economics, and the impact of legislation on public health. You can build skills in data interpretation, stakeholder engagement, and evaluating health outcomes. Many courses introduce tools like policy simulation software, data visualization platforms, and statistical analysis programs, that support assessing the effectiveness of health interventions and making informed policy recommendations.

University of Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Health Systems, Health Policy, Public Health, Systems Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Social Determinants Of Health
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Community Development, Community Organizing, Advocacy, Social Justice, Sustainable Development, Cultural Diversity, Health Equity, Environment and Resource Management, Economic Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cell Biology, Physiology, Anatomy, Human Musculoskeletal System, Medical Terminology, Biology, Respiration, Life Sciences, Vital Signs, Health Assessment, Basic Patient Care
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Smart Goals, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Productivity, Positive Behavior Support, Optimism, Self-Awareness, Self-Motivation, Growth Mindedness, Cognitive flexibility, Psychology, Creativity, Curiosity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Mammography, Oncology, Clinical Trials, Diagnostic Tests, Radiation Therapy, Surgery, Care Management, Preventative Care, Pathology, Patient Treatment, Biology, Patient Education And Counseling, Epidemiology, Molecular Biology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Physiology, Neurology, Medical Terminology, Cell Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Practices, Sports Medicine, Physical Therapy, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Life Sciences, Lifelong Learning
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

National Academy of Sports Medicine
Skills you'll gain: Nutrition Counseling, Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Nutrition Care Plans, Nutrition Education, Sports Medicine, Exercise Science, Coaching, Public Health and Disease Prevention
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Markov Model, Informatics, Biostatistics, Biomedical Technology, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Big Data, Database Software, Data Mining, Computational Thinking, Biology, Algorithms, Data Processing, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Methods
Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Teamwork, Patient Communication, Patient Evaluation, Collaboration, Health Technology, Clinical Assessment, Vital Signs, Health Assessment, Patient Preparation, Health Care, Patient Coordination, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Patient Treatment, Patient Flow, End User Training and Support, Primary Care, Telecommunications, Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

Utrecht University
Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Environmental Monitoring, Medical Science and Research, Social Determinants Of Health, Biostatistics, Public Health, Environmental Science, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Cardiology, Research
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

National Academy of Sports Medicine
Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Health And Wellness Coaching, Sports Medicine, Health Promotion, Preventative Care
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Chronic Diseases, Behavioral Health, Environment, Pathology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months